Canada's Earnings Supplement Project (ESP) Evaluation: Study Types

Types of Studies

Type Implementation/Process Study
Aim To examine how the supplement program was operated and attempt to identify factors that influenced its operation.
 
Type Impact Study (Controlled Experiment)
Aim To compare the experiences of supplement and control group members to estimate how the supplement offer affected employment, earnings, and UI benefit receipt.
 
Type Cost-Benefit Study
Aim To compare the economic benefits of the supplement program with its economic costs.
 
Type Descriptive/Analytical Study
Aim To further understand the problems confronting these two groups.